The 2.5-liter engine under the hood of the ; offers a good balance of performance and economy. This SUV both looks and handles smaller than it actually is.

USB connectivity is not available at this trim level as a factory option. Satellite radio performance is poor, with intermittent lapses in audio playback.

The Mazda CX-7 i Touring may look like a futuristic sports car, but it lacks the turbocharged engine and cabin tech options that make the Grand Touring trim level so appealing.